Western Toyota Tacoma (2005-15) #32323 Installation guide

Brand: Western

Model: Toyota Tacoma (2005-15) #32323

Type: Installation guide

A DIVISION OF DOUGLAS DYNAMICS, LLC

December 1, 2015

Lit. No. 28865, Rev. 01

CAUTION

Read this document before installing the

snowplow.

CAUTION

See your sales outlet/Web site for specic

vehicle application recommendations before

installation. The online selection tool has

specic vehicle and snowplow requirements.

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MOUNT KIT

Toyota Tacoma 2005 - 15

Installation Instructions

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SAFETY DEFINITIONS

NOTE: Indicates a situation or action that can lead

to damage to your snowplow and vehicle or other

property. Other useful information can also be

described.

CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation

that, if not avoided, may result in minor or

moderate injury. It may also be used to alert

against unsafe practices.

WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation

that, if not avoided, could result in death or

serious personal injury.

WARNING/CAUTION & INSTRUCTION

LABELS

Become familiar with and inform users about the

warning and instruction labels on the back of the

blade.

NOTE: If labels are missing or cannot be read, see

your sales outlet.

Warning/Caution Label

Instruction Label

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WARNING

To prevent accidental movement of the blade,

always turn the control OFF whenever the

snowplow is not in use. The power indicator

light will turn OFF.

CAUTION

Refer to the online selection tool for minimum

vehicle recommendations and ballast

requirements.

WARNING

Lower the blade when vehicle is parked.

Temperature changes could change

hydraulic pressure, causing the blade to

drop unexpectedly or damaging hydraulic

components. Failure to do this could result in

serious personal injury.

WARNING

Remove blade assembly before placing

vehicle on hoist.

WARNING

The driver shall keep bystanders clear of

the blade when it is being raised, lowered or

angled. Do not stand between the vehicle and

the blade or within 8 feet of a moving blade. A

moving or falling blade could cause personal

injury.

WARNING

Keep hands and feet clear of the blade and

A-frame when mounting or removing the

snowplow. Moving or falling assemblies could

cause personal injury.

WARNING

Do not exceed GVWR or GAWR including the

blade and ballast. The rating label is found on

the driver-side vehicle door cornerpost.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Improper installation and operation could cause

personal injury and/or equipment and property damage.

Read and understand labels and the Owner's Manual

before installing, operating or making adjustments.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Remove ignition key and put the vehicle in park or

in gear to prevent others from starting the vehicle

during installation or service.

• Wear only snug-tting clothing while working on

your vehicle or snowplow.

• Do not wear jewelry or a necktie, and secure long

hair.

• Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes from

battery acid, gasoline, dirt and dust.

• Avoid touching hot surfaces such as the engine,

radiator, hoses and exhaust pipes.

• Always have a re extinguisher rated BC handy,

for ammable liquids and electrical res.

FIRE AND EXPLOSION

Be careful when using gasoline. Do not use gasoline

to clean parts. Store only in approved containers away

from sources of heat or ame.

CELL PHONES

A driver's rst responsibility is the safe operation of

the vehicle. The most important thing you can do

to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and pay

attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to operate

Mobile Communication Equipment such as cell phones,

text messaging devices, pagers or two‑way radios.

VENTILATION

WARNING

Gasoline is highly ammable and gasoline

vapor is explosive. Never smoke while

working on vehicle. Keep all open ames

away from gasoline tank and lines. Wipe up

any spilled gasoline immediately.

WARNING

Vehicle exhaust contains lethal fumes.

Breathing these fumes, even in low

concentrations, can cause death. Never

operate a vehicle in an enclosed area without

venting exhaust to the outside.

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CAUTION

Read instructions before assembling.

Fasteners should be nger tight until

instructed to tighten according to the torque

chart. Use standard methods and practices

when attaching snowplow, including proper

personal protective safety equipment.

1/4-20 10

1/4-28 12

5/16-1

50 212

5/16-2

70 240

3/8-16 269 376

3/8-24 29

7/16-1442

7/16-20

9/16-12

9/16-18

5/8-11

5/8-18

3/4-10

3/4-16

7/8-9

7/8-14 47

091-8

1-12 70

1/2-13

1/2-20

11.9

13.7

24.6

27.3

43.6

26.9

53.3

148

49.4

69.8

77.9

106.4

120.0

8.4

9.7

17.4

19.2

30.8

35.0

49.4

55.2

75.3

85.0

M6 x 1.00

M12 x 1.75

M8 x 1.25

M14 x 2.00

M10 x 1.50

M27 x 3.00

M22 x 2.50

M30 x 3.50

M24 x 3.00

M20 x 2.5011.1

19.5

38.5

107

7.7

613

778

1139

1545

450

428

562

796

1117

M33 x 3.50

M36 x 4.00

2101

2701

1468

1952

325

M16 x 2.00 231167

M18 x 2.50 318222

Recommended Fastener Torque Chart

Size Size

Torque (ft-lb)

Grade

Metric Fasteners Class 8.8 and 10.9

These torque values apply to fasteners

except those noted in the instructions.

Torque (ft-lb)

Grade

Size Size

Torque (ft-lb)

Class

8.8

Class

10.9

Torque (ft-lb)

Class

8.8

Class

10.9

Inch Fasteners Grade 5 and Grade 8

NOISE

Airborne noise emission during use is below 70 dB(A)

for the snowplow operator.

VIBRATION

Operating snowplow vibration does not exceed

2.5 m/s2 to the hand‑arm or 0.5 m/s2 to the whole

body.

TORQUE CHART

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: For easier assembly and installation,

vehicle and all snowplow components should

be on a smooth, level, hard surface, such as

concrete.

1. Remove the tow hook/tie down bracket

(passenger's side only) and end caps (both sides)

from the front cross member of the vehicle frame.

Retain these parts and fasteners for reinstallation

if the snowplow mount is removed.

2. If the vehicle is equipped with the optional Toyota

1/4" thick aluminum front skid plate, remove it and

its fasteners, and retain them for reinstallation if

the snowplow mount is removed.

3. Verify that the steel splash pan is present (see

photo below). This splash pan must be present for

mount installation.

Splash Pan

End Cap

Tie-down

Bracket

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6. Using the holes in the front of the mount as

guides, drill one 17/32" hole through the front

of the front cross member on each side of the

vehicle.

7. On both sides of the vehicle, place a washer onto

one of the bolts with the shorter handles, and

pass it into the end of the front cross member and

out through the drilled 17/32" hole and the hole in

the front of the mount. Place a locknut onto each

of these bolts, and fully tighten according to the

torque chart.

8. Fully tighten the fasteners in the underside of the

mount (Step 5) according to the torque chart.

9. Push the rear arm mount stiffeners up tight

against the bottom of the vehicle frame. Using the

rear holes in the mount as guides, drill one 17/32"

hole through the side of the truck frame on each

side of the vehicle.

4. Slide the mount into place with the rear arms

behind the front cross member and above the

splash pan. Align the bottom slots in the front of

the mount with the end cap holes in the bottom of

the front cross member, and clamp the mount in

place.

5. Place a washer onto one of the bolts with the

shorter handles, and pass it up through the bottom

slot in the mount and into the bottom of the front

cross member. Place a washer and locknut into

the end of the cross member and onto the bolt.

Hand tighten, and repeat on the other side.

NOTE: For a more professional appearance,

install the bolts with the handles pointing in

toward the center of the vehicle.

Drill 17/32"

Hole

Drill 17/32"

Hole

Mount

Cross Member

Bolt with Handle

Locknut

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The company reserves the right under its product improvement policy to change construction or design details and furnish equipment when

so altered without reference to illustrations or specications used. This equipment manufacturer or the vehicle manufacturer may require or

recommend optional equipment for snow removal. Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a snowplow. The company offers a limited warranty for

all snowplows and accessories. See separately printed page for this important information.

Printed in U.S.A.

6-1/2"

Bolt Handle

Locknut

10. Bend the two bolts with the longer handles as

shown.

11. On both sides of the vehicle, insert a bolt with

bent handle into the side of the frame, and pass it

out through the drilled 17/32" hole and the hole in

the rear of the mount. Place a locknut on each of

the bolts, and fully tighten according to the torque

chart.

12. Bend or cut the ends of any bolt handles protruding

out from the truck frame, for appearance and to

prevent contact with the sway bar.

NOTE: After ve to ten hours of snowplow usage,

retorque all mount assembly fasteners

Western Toyota Tacoma (2005-15) #32323 Installation guide

Western Toyota Tacoma (2005-15) #32323 Installation guide

Western Toyota Tacoma (2005-15) #32323 Installation guide

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